Peculiar Wreck Delays Westbound Trains Near Altoona
A runaway freight train on the Pennsylvania Railroad mountain division collided with a Gallitzin work train near Altoona. One man died and several were injured though initial reports of higher fatalities proved false. Extra engine 1140 led a 33-car consist. brakes failed after rain and speed increased to a mile a minute before collisions halted the derailment near Scotch Knob and McGarvey's. Injury to crew and minor delays across westbound services followed as cars derailed at multiple points.
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Altoona
Mountain Division
Pennsylvania Railroad
Gallitzin
Gallitsin
Moana
Kittanning
Scotch Knob
McGarvey
Becinter'vo i
Asker
Piremss Egineer
W. H. Remand
A. McKelvy
Gontinner
Burt
Ree
Alec
Strange career ends in suspected suicide in West Virginia
Weeron West Virginia reports Miss EC Lope once a Wheeling teacher later in Bridgeport and Wheeling areas. After scandalous publications she was confined in an asylum as a lunatic and returned last summer before a Friday admission to the asylum where she killed herself.
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Weeron
W.va
Lope
Wheeling
Iater
Kate
Othe
Bridgeport
Third Attempt at Wrecking Frustrated by Weepedchopper
SPECIAL TELEGRAM FROM WHEELING WEST VIRGINIA DESCRIBES a Cleveland Lorain Wheeling passenger train halted at Freeport bridge when a man stood on the track waving a hat. Woodcutter G A Beudder spotted the obstruction and the train stopped. authorities note this is the third wrecking attempt at the same point.
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Wheeling
W.va
Cleveland, Loraine
Freeport Bridge
Gineer
San S Veere
A Verdict That Caused Surprise
The jury in the State v William Trankner found him guilty of manslaughter for the death of Frank Rickicker last September. A motion for a new trial will be argued tomorrow, shocking observers who expected a first degree murder verdict.
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Fisdlay
William Trankner
Frank Rickicker
Sbinh
Boera
Wurder
Jebestown Street Railroad Sold to Johnson Brothers
Cleveland based L. Johnson and his brother Tom L. Johnson purchase the Johnstown Street railroad and its franchise. The washed away line will be rebuilt at once and operated by electricity.
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Jonestown
Noember
R—A. L. Johnson
Cleveland
Baseball
Protherhood
Tom L. Johnson
Johnstown Street
Armstron g Parade looms as vast labor rally in city
A meeting at the A A of I and S W on Smithfield street set plans for the Thanksgiving Day Thomas A Armstrong parade. Commander in Chief William A Weihe led 67 Amal gamated lodges counting 7000 in line, plus 5000 from the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and at least 5000 from D A No 3 of the K of L, with many others expected. Wr H Barnes named Adjutant James Lee appointed. parade positions drawn and final arrangements to be completed at the next executive meeting.
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A. A. of
I. and
S. W
Smithfield Street
Thomas A. Armstrong
William A. Weihe
Amalgamated Association
Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners
Wr H. Barnes
James Lee
Ossified man Bass draws 100 physicians to World's Museum
More than one hundred eminent doctors from Pittsburgh and Allegheny visited Bass at the World's Museum yesterday and hailed him as a remarkable physical wonder. A Dispatch reporter confirmed the sight of a living tomb as Bass remains immobile yet mentally sharp, a striking example of nature's fearsome handiwork.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Bass
Floraplexion Cure Advertisement and Church Convention
An 19th century ad promotes Floraplexion a free mail bottle cure alleging relief from dyspepsia sour stomach liver complaint and related symptoms. It also notes a United Presbyterian Church Young Peoples Society convention in Westmoreland with two sessions and practical talks.
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Prof
Hart
Warren Street
New York
Young People’s Societies of the
United States Mission to Herr's Island Dam Wins Support
Hon Walter Lyon impressed Allegheny's Wharves and Landings Committee over granting land at Herr's Island for a dam. Lyon argued condemnation if denied and urged the $1 price. A motion to report the ordinance favorably was supported, with provisions for future rail rights.
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Walter Lyon
Allegheny Committee
Herr’s Island
Allegheny
United States
Lyon
Araas
United States River Improvement Commission
City of
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Einstein
Sassona
Winter schedule changes on Pennsylvania lines
The winter timetable on Pennsylvania lines east and west of the city goes into effect tomorrow. Key change No 5 limited express arrives Pittsburgh at 9 30 p m an hour later. A new train No sod departs Altoona 10 45 p m reaching Pittsburgh 2 p m. More Sunday trains added. Also notices Sacritarium Green spring C leading health resort offers steam heat electric lights baths and medical staff with winter rates pamphlet from W C Weston lessee.
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Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Altoona
Green Pring
America
W. C. Weston
Marriage Licenses Granted V Yentorday
Fragmented notices list marriages and obituaries with names, dates, and residence details. Includes Adam Bachman Auguste tifrocrer Cook and several funeral notices with addresses in Pittsburgh areas such as Sharpsburg Dresden alley and Fifteenth Street.
Night Shirts and Wool Night Wear On Sale Now
A local supplier advertises a wide range of night shirts in muslin cambric flannel and wool including plain muslin night shirts priced from 50 cents to 150 dollars and embroidered trimmed styles up to 450 dollars. Also boasts sole agency for DR JAGERs flannel night shirts and underwear with a broad men women and children line.
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DR. Jager
Omr
Scotch Lamb’s
Men and Young Men Fall Suits At Low Prices
The advertisement touts affordable men and young men fall suits with style and fit. It promises rich value with no need to pay for silk lining unless luxury is desired, highlighting variety and top quality from a large array.
Price Promise Refutes Buyer Doubts in Local Ad
A bold local ad asserts customers get a generous money's worth and warns against price cutting. It emphasizes strong value and fixed promises to beat competitors on cost.
James Archibald and Brother Livery Notice
Early 20th century notice for James Archibald and Brothers Livery and Salestation on Erie Avenue offering carriages for operas and events at advertised rates. Includes insurance reference to the Insurance Company of Pittsburgh. No dates or detailed terms provided.
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James Archibald & Bro
careSeareas Communication
Myl-Li-Rrs
Wasenen Insurance CO
Pittsburg
Seal Plush Jackets and Wraps Offered for Sale
Advertises dyed seal plush jackets priced at 857 with satin linings and chamois pockets plus seal ornaments. Also lists seal plush wraps and dyed seal plush secques with various prices. Claims high quality and invites buyers to compare prices with other houses before purchase.
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London
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Jebestown
Street Railroad
J. i. Ford
Uncle Sam
Pennsylvania Lines
Clara Belle
Yentorday
Adam Bachman
Auguste Tifrocrer
Cook
Joan B. Coox
Sharpsburg
Peter Stroud
Dresden Alley
Fifteenth Street
Southside
Muhi
Henry Munl
Fanera
Juniata Street
Voeghtfy’s
B. Pick
Humbold Lodge
U. W
Humboldt Legion
John Huts
R. A
Butler Street
Harris Evaut
J. W
Ida J. Macf
Wainright
McOcune
North Braddock
Ella
Bunpay
McKee
Ann McKee
Wart McKee
Ren
Stanton Ea Busbure
Allegheny Cemetery
Sapnara
Zimmerman
Frorerce
Frederick
Catherine Zimmerman
Lithgow Avenue
NEW Advertisen
LACE
McClintock
Fifth Avenue
Sarvipar
Boggs & Buhl
Federal
Wanamaker
Brown
Sixth Street and
Penn Avenue
Wood Street
Reese
NEW Advertis
Fur Department
Fleishman & Co
Pittsburg, PA
Newmarkets
Newmarket
ALL
Americas
City OF Natural Gas
South
Central America
Old Mexico
Our
Gusky
DruFr’s College
College
Jones
Danziger & Shoenberg
Sixth St. and
Penn Ave
Market Street
Department of Our Business
Snap
C. G. Bonehill
EK. Smitt
Liberty St
Cor, Smithfield
Epps
Giese
Ana Jas. Pps &Co
JAS
Mneil & Bro
Blooker
V. & Depot
Cocoa
Weer
N.Y
Nobi Ws
Congress
W. L. Douglas
Ae Mass
Douglas
Lece
Jamen
Waterpreet
Ah U Douglas
Brockton
Maes
B. J
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